Event Description
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Forster-Tuncurry (Great Lakes Region),
Mid North Coast, NSW |
| Dates |
May 1st & 2nd, 2010 |
| Legs (Day One) |
Team Run (3km)*
Ocean Swim (1.9km / 500m run / 500m swim)
Ocean Paddle (13.8km)
Mountain Bike (19km)
Coastal / Trail Run (11km) |
| Legs (Day Two) |
Ocean Swim (1.9km)
Coastal / Trail Run (16km)
Mountain Bike (30km)
Lake Paddle (13km)
Bridge / Beach Run (3km) * |
* For team categories, all team members will be required to complete these legs together.
(More information will be posted shortly in regards to the 2010 event)
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Supersize me with the ULTIMATE WEEKEND OF ADVENTUREChow down on an adventure combo and follow the path of Anacondal enlightenment by cashing in on Forster’s spectacular landscapes with an adventure weekend like no other…
…coastal running brimming with jaw-dropping scenery; ocean and lake paddling along expanses of stunning coastline and inland lakes; mountain bike riding up secret slopes and down white knuckle descents and swimming in water so pristine you’ll find yourself slowing down to talk to the fish. When it comes to heart-thumping fun, Forster’s adventure haven’s got it in spades.
The new Must-Do event on the national adventure calendar, The Forster Anaconda Adventure Race encourages you to come out of hibernation and polish the rust off your favourite outdoor activity to bag the big one. The Anaconda Adventure Race at Forster offers two unique and equally spectacular adventure race courses on Saturday and on Sunday. Teams and individuals can choose to do both days and gain glory in the Full Anaconda by doing both days, or may complete just the Sunday course with the Anaconda Half. Choose your adventure and reap the rewards
Day 1 – The race starts with gallivanting gallop starting amongst the crowds at main beach, then up along the cliff tops and down the town’s massive sand dune into the pristine waters below.
From here on, Saturday’s course leads competitors generally south along a coastal adventure like no other – ranging from a stunning ocean swim under and spectacular paddle around Cape Hawk to a technical mountain bike ride up over Yarrick Mountain and rip-snorter run around Smiths Lake to finish at what must be the most beautiful finish line around – the stunning Neranie Headland.
Total distance = 48km Total enjoyment = immense.
Day 2 – (also Anaconda Half)If day 1 put a smile on your face then day 2 will double it. Starting with a Zoot ocean swim in the sublime waters of Seal Rocks you will really think all your Christmases have come at once – this place is beautiful.
From here on the Sunday course heads north and in land as it leads competitors back to Forster and the rowdy finish line back on Main Beach. In between, competitors will tick all the boxes with features including a scenic run along lighthouse beach, a super fun mountain bike ride through the wonderful Wallingat National Park and a picturesque paddle past the oyster beds in Wallis Lake to finish things off with a tired old swagger with your team mates over the Tuncurry bridge to then finish amidst the roars of the crowd and the beat of the music – mission complete.
Total distance = 64km. Total enjoyment = you've got it!
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Course FamiliarisationThere are two familiarisation sessions dialled in for Anaconda Forster so mark them in your diary and get into the adventure. Full details for these sessions can be found here.
Training Sessions
The Forster community and locals from all over are getting into shape for the Ultimate Weekend of Adventure – the Anaconda Adventure Race at Forster and invite you to join their training sessions in preparation for the race.
The following training sessions are open to anyone to join on a simple drop in basis. Most sessions are suited to people with a range of fitness levels and everyone is willing to give it a go so if you’re sick of sitting on the sidelines, come on down and get involved.
Mountain Bike
Wednesday mornings at 6.00 am (meet at Cape Hawke Surf Club) - NB must have lights
Weekend rides vary according to weather conditions but register interest with Jim Zirn at Great Lakes Cycles (glcycles@bigpond.net.au) and he will notify people of planned rides in advance
Road Rides
Road bike or try and hang onto bunch on your MTB!
Every Monday, Wednesday & Friday at 6.00 am (meet at McDonalds Roundabout) - NB must have lights
Paddle
Every Monday and & Tuesday morning (meeting at Breckenridge Channel just south of Paradise Marina). Mike Keegan (Forster’s local unofficial paddling coach) has volunteered his time to lead training sessions every. Mike is also happy to help anybody with stroke correction and also to lead occasional weekend paddles in surf. Contact Mike for more information on 6554 8770.
People can also enquire directly with either the Forster or Cape Hawke Surf Clubs as there are usually small groups paddling most Sunday mornings from Forster Breakwall to Cape Hawke (depending on weather conditions).
Running
Every Saturday at 6.00 am meeting at Main Beach Kiosk (caters for walkers through to elite runners); different course each week and now introducing off-road options for those people training for Anaconda.
Swim
Every Monday and Wednesday at 6.00 pm at the Aussi Masters at Great Lakes Aquatic Centre.
Most Saturday mornings at 8.00 am a groups of committed goers swim from Pebbly Beach to Main Beach
Instructed sessions and groups
We also recommend Help Yourself Food and Fitness with their Happy Hour sessions and / or Active Pursuits’s Boot Camps to help you get into shape for the Ultimate Weekend of Adventure! Both classes provide outdoor training programs and are ideal opportunities to develop general CV fitness and improve core/general strength.
Additionally, Help Yourself can help you by preparing an online nutrition assessment or race plans to help you get into top shape and as a special deal for Anaconda Adventure Race competitor’s they’ll do so at 20% off their normal price!
Help Yourself
Suite 6
10-12 South St
Forster NSW
Phone: (02) 6555 7850
rick@helpyourself.com.au
Active Pursuit
PO Box 786
Forster., NSW 2428
(02) 6555-8818
activpursuit@aol.com
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